News & Updates
Weekly Update: October 30, 2026
This week, the Inspector General Eric Bates testified in the DOJ Court hearing to discuss use-of-force policies, as well as the Office of the Inspector General’s office oversight. The next court hearing will be held on November 13.
Halloween is tomorrow night, and our Probation supervision staff in the community have been and will be conducting compliance checks on individuals under supervision who have Halloween-related restrictions. These checks focus on individuals that may have sexual-related offenses. Our goal is to help children and families enjoy Halloween while reinforcing accountability among the individuals we supervise.
On October 20th, the Board of Supervisors approved a motion directing the Probation Department, the Public Defender’s Office, and others to evaluate and propose an oversight framework for Less Restrictive Programming facilities. These facilities provide community placements for youth under the court’s jurisdiction and with the court’s approval to transition back to their communities. The motion can be found here.
CHIEF DEPUTY ARCOS AND ASSEMBLYMAN ISSAC BRYANT PRESENT ON THE IMPLEMENTATION OF ASSEMBLY BILL 1646 (HUG ACT) AT LA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS MEETING
On October 6th, Chief Deputy Arcos and Assemblyman Issac Bryant appeared and presented regarding the Implementation of Assembly Bill 1646 – The Hug Act in Los Angeles County Probation Juvenile Detention Facilities. The Hug Act (Assembly Bill 1646) is a California law that gives incarcerated youth in juvenile detention facilities the right to engage in consensual, nonsexual physical contact—such as hugging and holding hands—with visiting family members. The Law is effective January 1, 2027.
“The Los Angeles County Probation Department recognizes strong family connections are essential to a youth’s well-being, rehabilitation, and successful reentry. The passage of the Hug Act is the type of culture change we support and have been working toward.
Since late 2025, the Department has been updating its visitation policies to strengthen family engagement, including allowing hugs during visits on special occasions such as Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, and Father’s Day. As we prepare to implement AB 1646, we are building on this work to provide consistent opportunities for appropriate, consensual physical contact during visits, while at the same time maintaining a safe environment for youth, families, and staff.”
The Board of Supervisors commended Assemblyman Bryant and youth for the execution of Assembly Bill 1646 and the probation department for working to implement it.
Click here to watch Chief Deputy Arcos and Assemblyman Bryant at the LA County Board of Supervisors meeting dated 10-6-26.
LACP HAS A NEW TELEPHONE NUMBER FOR YOUTH FACILITY VISITOR INFORMATION
Call (562) 392-7254 for general visitation information, telephone numbers for all probation facilities, or to be connected directly to a facility. Para Espanol, Oprima el 2.
Click here to view visiting information for each juvenile facility.
Click here to see the visitor dress code.
LA COUNTY OMBUDSPERSONS ASSIGNED TO JUVENILE FACILITIES
Los Angeles County Probation Department has facility Ombudspersons assigned to all our juvenile facilities.
If you have a concern, complaint, or compliment, contact the Ombudsperson at 877-822-3222.
To file a complaint, CLICK HERE.
To submit a compliment, CLICK HERE.
To learn more about the office of Ombudsman, Internal Affairs Office, Office of Inspector General, Third-Party Reporting, Child Abuse Hotline (DCFS), and Office of Youth and Community Restoration (OYCR) Ombudsperson CLICK HERE.
CAMPUS KILPATRICK (CVK) VISITING
Visitation at Campus Vernon Kilpatrick is Saturdays and Sundays from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. Only approved parents, legal guardians, and grandparents may visit. Legal guardians must show court verification. Baby bonding visits may be scheduled outside regular hours.
VISITING TRANSPORTATION SUPPORT
While parents may drive themselves, transportation support is available. Pick up locations are Los Padrinos Juvenile Hall and Dorothy Kirby Center. Approved visitors desiring the use of rideshare support must report to one of the two detention facilities by 11:00 a.m. on the day of CVK visitation. Minor children are not allowed on rideshare. All visitors are subject to search. No personal items may enter the facility. Anyone suspected of being under the influence will be denied entry. For questions, contact Senior Director Jesus Corral at (562)400-9608.
ONGOING COMMUNICATION
Parents and guardians can continue to email Los Padrinos Facility Family Liaisons at LPFamilyLiaison@probation.lacounty.gov. For general questions, you can also email LPTransition@probation.lacounty.gov Parents can also email the Ombudsman at PROB-Ombudsman@probation.lacounty.gov. Families are also encouraged to sign up for probation updates on our website or by scanning the provided QR code.
PROBATION MOBILE RESOURCE CENTER (MRC)
The LA County Probation Mobile Resource Center (MRC) will be in the community. The MRC offers information and resources for clients and Los Angeles County residents. Follow us on all social media platforms @LACProbation to find out the location where the MRC will be parked in LA County. For assistance, please call (866) 931-2222.
